Should I use the ID 6943 or the full path?

Both are acceptable to Google. Using the numeric ID 6943 is generally preferred as it is language-independent and less prone to formatting errors.

Can I use product_type instead of google_product_category?

No, product_type is a free-form attribute for your internal organization and does not replace the required google_product_category taxonomy.

Is the Shutters category mandatory for my items?

The attribute is optional. However, if you omit it, Google will categorize the items automatically, which may result in incorrect mapping.

Google product category

Shutters

Category ID6943

Full path for the feedHardware > Building Materials > Shutters

Product examples in this category (US market)

Real products found in Google Shopping, shown as examples.

Builders Edge Louvered Vinyl Shutters
BlindsOnline Plantation Shutters
Ply Gem Polypropylene Board and Batten Shutters
Dogberry Collections Board & Batten Shutters
Builders Edge Raised Panel Vinyl Shutters
Homeside Open Louver Vinyl Shutters
Veneta Plantation Shutters
Perfect Shutters Premier Raised Panel Exterior Decorative Shutters
Home Basics Plantation Faux Wood Interior Shutter
Polyresin Plantation Shutters
Fypon Louvered Shutter
Ekena Millwork Lifetime Vinyl Standard Two Equal Panels
Cedar Window Shutters
Coverly Shutter Works Plantation Shutters
Barnwoodusa Rustic Farmhouse Window Shutters

Understanding the Shutters Category

The Shutters category, identified by ID 6943, falls under Hardware > Building Materials > Shutters. This category is specifically designed for structural and decorative window coverings used for both interior and exterior applications.

What Belongs in This Category

This category includes various styles of window shutters that function as building materials or home improvement hardware. Examples from the US market include:

Louvered vinyl shutters for exterior installation.
Board and batten shutters made from polypropylene or wood.
Raised panel shutters for decorative home facades.
Plantation shutters made from faux wood, polyresin, or traditional wood.
Rustic farmhouse-style window shutters.

What Belongs Elsewhere

Do not place products here that are not shutters. If your product falls into a different building material classification, please use the appropriate category instead. Specifically:

If the item is a full door or door hardware, use Doors or Door Hardware.
For window units or window hardware, use Windows or Window Hardware.
For materials like siding, drywall, or roofing, use the dedicated categories like Siding, Drywall, or Roofing.
If the item is a general home decor piece or window treatment like fabric curtains, this category is likely inappropriate.

Feed Implementation

To assign this category, use the numeric ID 6943 or the full path string: Hardware > Building Materials > Shutters. While the attribute is optional, providing the most specific category ensures accurate classification and better ad performance.

Frequently asked questions

Should I use the ID 6943 or the full path?: Both are acceptable to Google. Using the numeric ID 6943 is generally preferred as it is language-independent and less prone to formatting errors.
Can I use product_type instead of google_product_category?: No, product_type is a free-form attribute for your internal organization and does not replace the required google_product_category taxonomy.
Is the Shutters category mandatory for my items?: The attribute is optional. However, if you omit it, Google will categorize the items automatically, which may result in incorrect mapping.

This category in other languages

ru: Оборудование и технические изделия > Строительные материалы > Ставни
uk: Обладнання та технічні вироби > Будівельні матеріали > Віконниці